1955 Abarth Renault vs. 1955 Moretti 1200

To start off, both 1955 Abarth Renault and 1955 Moretti 1200 were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Abarth Renault (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1955 Moretti 1200. (52 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Abarth Renault should accelerate faster than 1955 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Moretti 1200 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1955 Abarth Renault.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Abarth Renault 1955 Moretti 1200
Make Abarth Moretti
Model Renault 1200
Year Released 1955 1955
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1208 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 52 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2360 mm


 

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